Predicate: tantalize

tantalize: Frames file for 'tantalize' based on internet usage examples, membership in VN. Verbnet entry 31.1. Comparison with 'torment'.

Roleset id: tantalize.01 , Tempt and withold, vncls: 31.1, framnet:

tantalize.01: Frame by Claire

Roles:

        Arg0: tantalizer (vnrole: 31.1-Cause)
        Arg1: tantalized (vnrole: 31.1-Experiencer)
        Arg2: instrument or manner if separate

Example: Tantalizing the taste buds

        John's restaurant offers choices to tantalize even the most discerning
        palates.

        Arg0: choices
        Rel: tantalize
        Arg1: even the most discerning palates

Example: with instrument

        John tantalized Mary with promises of his future success.

        Arg0: John
        Rel: tantalized
        Arg1: Mary
        Arg2: with promises of his future success